Four-dotted Footman (Cybosia mesomella, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
Pupates in leaf litter.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 13-16mm.
Foodplant(s): algae, arboreal lichen
Flying: One generation, mid June-early August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Heathland, moorland, damp grassland and open woodland.

Regional Information

Recorded in 47 (17.4%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in June 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 30 May to 23 August

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 02 July to 02 July

2040 (ABH72.038) Four-dotted Footman Cybosia mesomella, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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